How To Fix WRMA_FI059 - BI condition type &1 occurs multiple times in the data for item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_FI - Messages for RMA

• Message number: 059

• Message text: BI condition type &1 occurs multiple times in the data for item &2

What causes this issue?

BI condition type &V1& occurs several times in the data of item &V2&. If
an IDoc was used to import the data, then the data in IDoc &V3& is
inconsistent.

System Response

Processing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

The system cannot continue processing the data. Correct the data in the
sending system.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_FI059 - BI condition type &1 occurs multiple times in the data for item &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRMA_FI059: BI condition type &1 occurs multiple times in the data for item &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of billing documents or credit/debit memos in SAP, particularly in the context of Returns Management (RMA) or Billing. The system has detected that a particular condition type (denoted by &1) appears more than once for the same item (&2) in the pricing or condition records.
  In SAP pricing, each condition type should generally appear only once per item to avoid ambiguity in pricing calculations. Multiple occurrences of the same condition type for a single item can cause inconsistencies or errors in the billing or accounting process.
  Common causes include:
  
  Duplicate condition records for the same condition type and item in the pricing procedure.
  Incorrect or inconsistent pricing master data.
  Custom enhancements or user exits that incorrectly add condition records.
  Data inconsistencies during document copying or returns processing.
  
  
  Where it occurs:
  
  During billing document creation or processing (e.g., invoice, credit memo).
  In Returns Management scenarios where billing is integrated with returns.
  When the system tries to determine pricing conditions for an item and finds duplicates.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check Pricing Conditions:
  
  Go to the billing document or sales order item.
  Use transaction VK13 (Display Condition) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to check the pricing conditions.
  Verify if the condition type mentioned (&1) appears multiple times for the item (&2).
  
  
  
  Analyze Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the document.
  Ensure that the pricing procedure does not allow multiple entries of the same condition type for the same item.
  Use transaction V/08 to review the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Use VK12 or VK13 to check condition records for the condition type.
  Look for overlapping or duplicate condition records that might cause multiple conditions to be applied.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code / User Exits:
  
  If custom enhancements or user exits are used in pricing or billing, check if they add duplicate condition records.
  Debug or review the code to prevent duplicate condition insertion.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates exist in the document or master data, correct or delete the duplicates.
  Sometimes, reprocessing or recreating the document after cleanup helps.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / Support:
  
  Check for relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with this error.
  Example SAP Note: Search for "WRMA_FI059" or the exact error message in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Condition Type: A pricing element like discount, surcharge, tax, etc.
  Item: The line item in the billing or sales document.
  This error is a safeguard to ensure pricing integrity and correct accounting postings.
  If multiple condition types are legitimately required, the pricing procedure or condition technique must be adjusted accordingly.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  BI condition type &1 occurs multiple times in the data for item &2
  
  
  Cause
  Duplicate condition type entries for the same item in pricing data
  
  
  Effect
  Pricing calculation or billing document processing fails or produces inconsistent results
  
  
  Solution
  Check and remove duplicate condition records, review pricing procedure and custom code
  
  
  Transactions
  VK13, VK12, VA03, V/08
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact condition type and item number, I can help you with more specific steps or debugging tips.